The Nuclear Explosion the World Wasn't Allowed to Know

Uncover the chilling truth of the Kyshtym disaster (1957) – the 3rd worst nuclear accident in history, hidden behind Iron Curtain lies and CIA silence. Explore how Cold War pressure led to the catastrophic explosion at the secret Mayak plant, contaminating thousands of square kilometers and exposing 270,000 people. Witness the shocking cover-up, including the infamous "Northern Lights" story, the brutal evacuation of villages like Tatarskaya Karabolka, and the horrific impact on health and the environment. Discover why this disaster, rivaling Fukushima in long-term danger, remains shrouded in secrecy. We delve into the human cost, the radioactive East Ural Reserve, and the enduring legacy of Kyshtym.

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Timecodes:
00:00 - Intro
00:58 - The beginning of the atomic era in the USSR
01:29 - Plant construction
03:56 - First accidents
05:50 - Techa River and Karachay Lake
08:12 - Storage
08:38 - How the system worked
09:52 - Failure of the Cooling System
11:37 - Accident
14:03 - Northern lights
15:28 - After the crash
22:56 - Population
25:44 - Tatarskaya Karabolka
27:46 - Alyoshenka
29:17 - Reserve
31:40 - Conclusion

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